Flávia Melo Casal
"Nearly six years ago, I was sent to a shelter partnering with Fala Mulher. I was living at a moment where I least recognized myself; I could not even recognize myself as a person. Gradually, without judgments, helping, and strengthening, the Fala Mulher team reminded me of who I am and gave me hope again! With the force of the root of a tree, it has welcomed me into its branches of partnerships and accompanied me until today to achieve things that I would not do if I were alone. I am eternally grateful to each one who supported me. We have built connections I know are there for me whenever I need them. So now, I can pursue other dreams because the primary objective I could achieve, thanks to Fala Mulher – is to keep my college studies and be free! Now I aim to have my own house and a good and gratifying job! Now I've graduated! Thank you so much, Fala Mulher!"
Sonia Gonçalves
"You can't imagine the difference that joining this cause can make in the lives of people like me. I arrived at the Fala Mulher Association in January. I was a wreck and was welcomed with so much affection that it felt like being cared for as a child who needs love and also as a woman who needs to love herself. Every person who works there, no matter in what capacity, has given me affection and love. They teach me to respect the pain of others, but also respect me and make me respected. Thank you all. And if you can make this difference in the lives of other women who go through what I went through, do it. The world needs strengthened women to build a better future."
Marisa Dalla Torre
"One day in March 2013, I knocked at this house's door, thinking I would teach crafts.
And what a surprise I had.
I was interviewed by the social worker and learned about the magnitude of the project I was about to join.
And it always makes me ask myself, 'Do I know everything?'
Every time I enter this house, I come across life teachings and people I admire!
A house that welcomes, teaches, and helps vulnerable women who need so much.
Thank you, Fala Mulher, for letting me be a part of this crew."
I am not a bird, and no net ensnares me. I am a free human being willing to be independent.
Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre
